Literary Terms Post-Flashcard

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Conflict

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The struggle or problem in a story between opposing characters or forces.

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Rising Action

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The series of events that lead up to the climax of the story, building tension and excitement.

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Symbolism

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The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities, such as using rain to symbolize sorrow and isolation.

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Foreshadowing

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A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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Exposition

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The beginning of the story where the author introduces the characters, the setting (time and place), and the main conflict.

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Climax

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The most intense, exciting, or important point of the story, often the turning point.

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Falling Action

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The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution of the story.

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Resolution

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The conclusion of the story where conflicts are resolved and the story comes to a close.

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Characterization

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The process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

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Theme

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The central idea or message in a literary work.